The Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System (MACRS) Assumes That, on Average

question 93

Multiple Choice

The Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System (MACRS) assumes that, on average, assets will be placed in service:

• A) at the beginning of the tax year.
• B) three months into the tax year.
• C) halfway through the tax year.
• D) at the end of the tax year.
• E) in the next tax year.

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